Workflows in Dynamic Environments - Can They Be Managed?
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Business environments have become exceedingly dynamic and competitive in recent times. Workflow technology is currently one of the most promising fields of research in business process automation. However, workflow systems to date do not provide the flexibility necessary to support the dynamic nature of business processes. In this paper we primarily present the issues and challenges related to managing workflows in dynamic environments, and provide feasibility considerations for the automation of this process. We also present an analysis of workflow modifications and potential solutions in this regard.
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